News Library staffers raise concerns about workplace environment Glory Reitz Jan 17, 2024Appointees from delayed ad hoc committee plan to request committee be reinstated.
Government + Politics Alachua sheriff notes issues with new jail phone system Seth Johnson Dec 12, 2023Jail transitioned to three, free 15-minute calls per day.
Government + Politics Alachua County votes to create medical examiner’s office apart from UF Seth Johnson Dec 12, 2023Decision comes while facing time pressure and without set plan.
Government + Politics Alachua County Commission votes on procurement plan, hunting Seth Johnson Dec 6, 2023Commissioners also look to limit trailer trucks on certain roads.
Health Local leaders sign plaque for Eastside urgent care Glory Reitz Nov 30, 2023Urgent care center to open mid-2024
Government + Politics Alachua County Commission selects Alford as next chair Seth Johnson Nov 14, 2023Commissioner Chuck Chestnut will serve as vice chair.
Government + Politics Gainesville, Alachua County extend $8 million radio sale amid delays Seth Johnson Sep 29, 2023New state law could completely halt the sale.
Government + Politics Alachua County to move legal notices onto county website Seth Johnson Sep 27, 2023County says move will increase audience.
Government + Politics BOCC narrows focus of future inclusionary zoning Seth Johnson Sep 19, 2023Commissioners spoke against a blanket policy.
Government + Politics County asks GNV to reconsider Thelma Boltin Center Seth Johnson Sep 8, 2023 City plans to take next steps on Sept. 21.
Local News BOCC closes GRACE budget gap, studies larger role Seth Johnson Aug 29, 2023Alachua County examines taking control of outreach team and covering $350,000 shortfall.
Government + Politics BOCC commissioners appointed to 6 state committees Staff Reports Aug 16, 2023Three Alachua County commissioners will serve on six committees.
Government + Politics Alachua County OKs Gainesville wetland payment Seth Johnson Jul 13, 2023Payment covers development impacts on Hawthorne Road.
Government + Politics BOCC pauses meat processing plant until August Seth Johnson Jul 11, 2023County Commission requests another meeting with Newberry.
Government + Politics BOCC, Newberry move forward with agreement Glory Reitz Jul 11, 2023City and county staff to work on creating a plan to improve CR 337.
News Cornell appointed to Finance and Audit Committee Staff Reports Jul 10, 2023Florida Association of Counties board selects Alachua County Commissioner to serve.
News Alachua County to weigh GNV budget cuts, impacts Seth Johnson Jun 28, 2023GNV requests financing for GRACE Marketplace.
Government + Politics BOCC dispenses $2 million in reserves for tourism Seth Johnson Jun 27, 2023Nonprofits can apply for funds.
Government + Politics Governor’s veto slashes meat processing funding Camille Broadway Jun 16, 2023County Commissioner Ken Cornell urges colleagues to use veto as an “off-ramp” on Newberry project.
Government + Politics County manager proposes another tax rate cut Camille Broadway Jun 13, 2023Reduced tax rate still projected to raise almost $153 million in 2024.
News Children’s Trust amends strategic plan Glory Reitz Jun 13, 2023Trust will maintain its millage rate but plans further review for next year’s budget.
Government + Politics BOCC takes up meat plant, impact fees Seth Johnson Jun 6, 2023County may raise square footage cap on fire fee.
Government + Politics BOCC aims to host three-week athletics competition Seth Johnson May 24, 2023World Masters Athletics would draw around 6,500 visitors.
Government + Politics BOCC settles $12 million in city grant funds Seth Johnson May 23, 2023Commission also approves roads plan.